External Sales Representative, Gauteng

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

We are seeking an External Sales Representative for a permanent role based in Boksburg / Heriotdale, Gauteng.
Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

  • Grade 12 with 5+ years' experience in external sales in the flexible plastics industry
  • Knowledge of extrusion process / industry and able to work unsupervised
  • Fluent in English, Afrikaans and / or Zulu advantageous and good computer literacy
  • Valid drivers and willing to travel within Gauteng province and occasionally outside
  • Able to source business from cold calling and carry through to sale conclusion
  • Proven sales track record in the flexible plastics industry market
  • Empathetic towards clients and have an upbeat & positive attitude
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
  • Generate leads, engaging clients, negotiating sales agreements, achieving sales targets
  • Lead generation - identify/qualify clients; build a sales pipeline
  • Client engagement - conduct meetings; presentations and demonstrations; understand client's needs; build relationships
  • Sales negotiation - negotiate terms and conditions; provide quotes, proposals & contracts
  • Market research - updated with market trends; analyse market to identify opportunities
  • Collaboration/internal teams - work closely with marketing for new business opportunities
  • Sales reporting - keep detailed sales activities records; submit reports on achievements
  • Sales target - set/achieve sales targets; strive to exceed sales goals
  • Call cycle management - develop plan for outreach; create client schedule; follow up on leads; gather client feedback
Salary: Market related
To apply email detailed CV and all supporting documentation as well as salary requirements through to
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1504479
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned